Upper School Intersession 2025

Learn and practice tools to communicate confidently and compassionately with family, friends, and strangers about any topic, no matter how polarizing. Conversations between those with difference perspectives can quickly escalate and separate as we argue to be right rather than discuss for understanding. It is possible, however, to foster productive conversations across differences that build connection. We’ll take an experiential approach to do doing just that. We’ll play, challenge ourselves, move past the "Peace Blockers" (blame, guilt, and defensiveness), and use the “3 Keys to Peace” (listening, empathy, and assertiveness) to build connection and more peaceful communities. Learn also about The Mosaic Project's Youth Leadership program where you can mentor 4th and 5th graders who are learning these skills.